SUAS Technician

General Summary

COLSA Corporation is hiring for a UAS Specialist to join our Uncrewed Systems Department where you will participate in the integration, maintenance, training, and test of small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS).

Tracking Code:

Posted Date: 6/26/2026

Job Location:

Huntsville, Alabama

Work Arrangement:
On Site 100%

Position Type:
Full-Time/Regular

Clearance Required:

Secret

• Participates in rapid prototyping for the design process for drones
• Makes recommendations for modification during the design process based on feedback from previous testing results to meet desired specifications.
• Performs assembly of mechanical and electrical drones, integration and test, and buildup of assemblies & subassemblies
• Uses a variety of machine shop tools and other items including CNC mills, 3D printers, etc.
• Documents processes and build techniques
• Provides technical support to stakeholders and troubleshoots issues
• Participates in testing, data collection and analysis
• Prepares reports for leadership discussions on the process and recommends process improvement
• May assist operations and training team with curriculum and training demonstrations
• Travel for field testing and/or project meetings
• May pilot drone following a specific flight plan or obtaining useful footage

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 2-5 years of related experience
• Mission Planner, Q Ground Control, PX4 and Ardupilot experience
• Ability to obtain interim Secret clearance within 6 months of hire; US Citizenship required
• Willing and able to travel with UAS Operations and Training teams up to 10% (as needed)

• Prior experience operating within a DoD environment
• Familiarity with mechanical systems and parts compliance requirements
• Experience with sUAS design, prototyping, and assembly is a plus
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and schematic blueprints

Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

COLSA Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.

Salary Type:
Hourly

Salary range, if referenced, represents a good faith estimate. COLSA considers various factors when determining base salary offers, but not limited to, location, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements.

COLSA offers a comprehensive and customizeable benefits program which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Supplemental Income Protection Programs, 401(k) with company match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Education & Certification Reimbursement, Employee Discount Program, Paid Time Off and Holidays.